In the summer, it’s time to enjoy cooling foods – water-filled fruits and vegetables. Summer is associated with the element Fire, according to the Taoist Five Element Theory. Fire is the energetic force that governs the health and functionality of your heart and small intestines, as well as the functions of circulation and heating in the body. It is important to cut back on refined foods and animal fats to allow these organs to restore themselves.
Q&A: Lately, my stomach has been bothering me, and I think I may have IBS. Can you share with me a natural approach to improve my stomach problems?
PWR TIP: Food can heal and should be looked at as the first course of action in creating balance in the body – bringing it from dis-ease to harmony.
Q&A: My doctor just told me that my cholesterol is high. Now that I’m in my 40s, I’m trying to pay more attention to my health – especially since my father had a stroke when he was in his 50s. I rather not rely on medicine the rest of my life. What can I do to get my cholesterol down?
